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Texas Roadhouse Pork Chop Classic

A smoky and tender pork chop recipe that is easy to prepare and perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2 pieces bone-in pork chops, approximately 2.5 cm thick
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • Salt to taste Salt, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon whole grain mustard
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped, for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C.
  2. Pat the pork chops dry, seasoning both sides evenly with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried thyme, ground black pepper, and a pinch of salt.
Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, add the pork chops and sear for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  2. Reduce heat to medium. In the same skillet, add minced garlic, honey, Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard, apple cider vinegar, and dried thyme. Cook, stirring constantly for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  3. Add butter and any remaining minced garlic to the skillet. Stir for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Return the pork chops to the skillet, bathing them in the sauce. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 63°C.
  5. Remove the skillet from the oven and let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

Notes

Sear the chops well for maximum flavor and moisture retention. Use a meat thermometer for perfect cooking. For a twist, swap dried thyme for rosemary or add cayenne for some heat.